Plcb 2024 gift cards

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) #270768 to procure eighteen different versions of branded gift cards for use in over 600 Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores statewide. The procurement specifically seeks a contractor to supply a total of 288,500 gift cards across various designs, quantities, and packaging configurations, including single cards and hanging card-on-card (COC) formats. Gift card designs include themes such as Congratulations, Birthday, Thank You, and FWGS Evergreen, with denominations ranging from $25 to $100. The technical specifications require precise details regarding card material, thickness, security features, numbering, and packaging. Bidders must submit their proposals through the PLCB's online portal by April 2, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract evaluation will focus on compliance with detailed technical specifications, pricing submission accuracy, and adherence to the provided sample cost sheet.

The solicitation is subject to the Reciprocal Limitations Act and the Worker Protection and Investment Executive Order, requiring contractors to certify compliance with various Pennsylvania labor and workplace safety laws. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, contractors must complete a Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form, which includes compliance requirements with acts such as the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act and Minimum Wage Act. The contract terms include net 30-day payment provisions with the option for ACH payments, and the PLCB reserves the right to extend the contract term up to three months. Contractors must be prepared to deliver gift cards within 4-6 weeks of final artwork and proof approval. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed, the total procurement involves 288,500 gift cards across multiple denominations and designs. False certifications can result in contract termination and a three-year prohibition from bidding on future PLCB contracts, underscoring the importance of accurate and truthful submissions.